Saskatoon Counterbalance Forklift License

Saskatoon Counterbalance Forklift License - Forklifts, when operated by completely trained workers, are a major asset to businesses. We provide a comprehensive training program covering all parts of operating a powered lift machinery. Counterbalance forklift training offers operators of forklifts with the understanding and practical skills needed to operate forklifts safely and efficiently. The particular program provides a combination of classroom theory, hands-on training and participant observation in a warehouse-type environment. Training could be on site and/or customized.

The course consists of the fundamentals of powered lift trucks, like for instance rules and regulations, components, load centres and factors affecting stability. General operating procedures are taught, such as startup, circle check, forward/reverse on level ground, shutdown, and operating around other individuals. Load handling topics consist of load pickup and placement, selection of loads, load security and integrity, loading and off-loading trailers. Participants will learn operational maintenance procedures, such as refueling and recharging. Safety issues in the workplace will be discussed. Participants would know the environmental conditions affecting lift truck performance and be able to identify potential hazards. Advanced training on propane handling could be incorporated.

Employees and their employers might face penalties if they do not operate based on industry and national standards. Workers operating a counterbalance forklift should be knowledgeable concerning the safe operation rules of their forklift. Training is suggested for anyone applying for work which needs forklift operation.

Inside our small personalized classes, we provide both hands-on training and in-class theory. The options for personalized training will comprise entry level or refresher courses.

Entry-level Course Outline:
For anyone entering the workforce as an operator of a counterbalance forklift, this training course is for you. The successful student has to pass a series of written and practical exams in order to finish the program. Subject matter comprises: essentials of powered lift trucks; general operating procedures; load handling; operational maintenance; workplace safety; basic regulations and rules.

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